The products on this list are great for oily, acne-prone skin. They're also great for anyone in a hot, tropical area who wants lightweight, non-greasy products
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The Ordinary's glycolic acid toner is a great 1-step skincare solution. It exfoliates, brightens, and hydrates in just one product. On days when I want my face to look bright and clear, I use this with a moisturizer and wake up to a more youthful, hy...
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning 240ml
I find snail mucin a little too gummy and irritating on my oily skin, but this serum is a great alternative!
COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum 150ml - Beauty Barn
Very gentle on the skin, but still effective at reducing hyperpigmentation and dark spots
Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop - Pure Vitamin C Serum - Nykaa
I like to use this when the weather gets too hot to use a thick moisturizer. This hydrating toner is extremely lightweight, great value for money, and can easily last for a couple of years. I usually use an exfoliating toner and then this hydrating t...
This niacinamide serum is lightweight, non-sticky, and soothing. It also contains rice water to help brighten and even your skin tone.
10% Niacinamide Serum for Face with Rice Water - Plum Goodness
This is my favourite product to use when I want to go to sleep quickly. I dab it all over my face and neck and then use a moisturizer over it. Not only has it reduced the appearance of my dark circles, it's also reduced the appearance of the lines on...
Glycolic Acid 8% Exfoliating Liquid - Minimalist
This is a great alternative to the glycolic acid toner for people with sensitive skin. Exfoliates without burning or causing breakouts
Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 3% Face Toner - Minimalist
This serum is great for makeup prep. It's lightweight and has a very slight tackiness that goes away after a few minutes. But the tacky, slightly sticky texture makes it great at holding onto makeup, allowing your makeup to look smooth and natural ev...
Green Tea Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid - 40ml - mCaffeine
As someone with oily, acne-prone skin, salicylic acid is one of the most important ingredients in my skincare. This toner is extremely lightweight and ideal for daily use. The texture is watery and it sinks into my skin in seconds. Even without any o...
Salicylic Acid - mCaffeine
The Dot and Key Cica Moisturizer is so lightweight and gentle, that it sinks into my skin in just a couple of minutes. It also has a really nice cooling sensation and doesn't feel oily or sticky
Dot and Key Cica Calming Gel Moisturizer
I love using this glycolic acid serum when I want a minimalist bedtime skincare routine. Pair this with any moisturizer and you've got a good nightime routine for hydration, exfoliation, and brightening
Watermelon & 10% Glycolic Serum - Dot & Key
This is such an inexpensive product, yet it's one of the best acne treatments I've tried. Just dab a small amount of this cream onto any active acne spots and watch them disappear overnight.
Shop Vicco Turmeric Skin Cream (50gm) Online
I love products with clay for my oily skin, especially during summer. This cleanser also has AHAs and BHAs to really get rid of all that oil and gunk
Innisfree Volcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam
I don't use cleansing balms very often, but this is pretty good at getting makeup off without scrubbing your skin. You may have to use a bit more for stubborn waterproof makeup but it's good for the price
E-Luminence Simply Supple Cleansing Balm For Normal, Dry Skin